The key, IMO and experience, is in how you present it to them and to actually avoid legal proceedings. 

Is there anyone out there who has actually BOUGHT a house from Morris Invest and had a bad experience?  

You could then upgrade to the self-directed format once you actually have funds to meaningfully self-direct.  

If you do the research then actually do the thing that will create money- then it matters.

No actual hands on or property purchased as of yet.

@Michael M.I am actually in the process of doing this with my current bank.

CL adds are removed after being rented and I always have history on trends in neighborhoods I work with.Don't use Zestimate - just go to the actual listings and expired, make sure the location is right - precisely.Right now I have 2 rentals within half mile from each other. 2bed/1.5bath condo for $925 and 3bed/1.5bath townhouse for $1400.

You just want to make sure that you are actually on the deed, so you can prove ownership of the asset.  

Hi,  This is actually a double question. 

There are lots of reasons why he actually may love a promissory note.